First-Shift Welder: Core Tank Welding

AKG of America, Inc.; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

AKG of America, Inc. in Mitchell, SD is seeking a Welder to operate welding equipment and weld tanks or other parts to the core according to blueprint instructions.

The ideal candidate will have completed a welding-focused trade school program or an apprenticeship/on-the-job training and will work on the 1st shift (6 AM–2 PM, Monday–Friday) while maintaining safe, accurate production and quality control.

Qualifications

• Formal welding concentration in a trade school program.
• Apprenticeship program and/or on-the-job training are acceptable.
• Experience or training in AKG North American Operations, Inc. or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand detailed work order instructions and blueprints.
• Move the core into and out of the welding booth using a chain hoist as needed and position on the turntable or skid when welding is completed.
• Match the correct tanks to each side of the core based on blueprint instructions.
• Tack corners and position tanks with a hammer.
• Operate welding equipment to control current/voltage and perform standard welding tasks.
• Weld additional components onto the core as required by blueprint instructions.
• Use the appropriate welding rod to weld all sides of the core and complete wash-down on each corner.
• Document and stamp the cooler once welding is finished.
• Meet production quotas set by Lead or Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Report issues to Supervisor promptly.
• Follow AKG EMS policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular attendance per company policy.

Education

Welding trade school program

Apprenticeship program

On-the-job training

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

AKG of America, Inc. in Mitchell, SD is seeking a Welder to operate welding equipment and weld tanks or other parts to the core according to blueprint instructions.

The ideal candidate will have completed a welding-focused trade school program or an apprenticeship/on-the-job training and will work on the 1st shift (6 AM–2 PM, Monday–Friday) while maintaining safe, accurate production and quality control.